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i have a 82' xs650 and I'm trying to install the PAMCO ignition kit ( part # 14-0902 ) that i bought from mikesxs.net. When i took off the cover to install the sensor plate, i noticed the broken piece that is in the picture. i have tried getting different resources together to help me figure out how to remove that broken piece. Also, Do i need to use the mechanical adapter that came with my kit, and if not can i just purchase a electronic advancer and hall effect ignition?

thanks,
jeff
 

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i have a 82' xs650 and I'm trying to install the PAMCO ignition kit ( part # 14-0902 ) that i bought from mikesxs.net. When i took off the cover to install the sensor plate, i noticed the broken piece that is in the picture. i have tried getting different resources together to help me figure out how to remove that broken piece. Also, Do i need to use the mechanical adapter that came with my kit, and if not can i just purchase a electronic advancer and hall effect ignition?

thanks,
jeff

Imo at this point you're better off purchasing the best ignition and charging system for the XS650 on the market. Returning the system you have now.
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Its a CDI system that comes with everything needed, even instructions!

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gezzzz guys, didn't any one look at the pic...............

That broken piece is the end of the camshaft.

Don't know how any of the Ignition systems, (linked to), are mounted but if any part is mounted to the cam then forget it. The Factory TCI ignition has the pickup off the crank and this is probably the best way to go unless you replace the cam.

Mikes doesn't take returns so you will have to resell the Pamco on here, or again............replace the cam
 
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Here is the theoretical advance curve/line as shown in the SH Supplement Manual:
TCI.jpg


When I followed it with a strobe light it seemed more of a single step jump but that may be because all tha action takes place over a smallish rpm range. But it works, quite well too!
 
Hello! I have the Pamco unit with the advance built in. I installed it in 2017/18 when I added the 750 kit. It has always worked great, without a hitch, although sometimes when starting, I tend to always kick it first to free the clutch, then kick it to start. If it didn't start in 2 kicks, I would have to use the starter because there was no way it kick start after 2 kicks.
Well, I put it away in 2021 and finally replaced the lower end bearings and seals. After cleaning the tank and carbs, it started almost instantly.
OK, long story short, it started, but would only idle at 1500rpm. But while tinkering and attempting to syn the carbs, it just quit. It would not start, with kick or starter.
Thought I'd clean the carbs one more time and found a clogged low speed jet. Ah, hah! Still wouldn't start. Got new plugs -- nothing! The spark was irratic.
I did all the Pamco tests and all numbers were correct.
Grounded the plugs, attached a timing light and at dusk, in the garage turned it over. The spark at 1st was strong and consistant for 4 or 5 revs, but became inconsistant and weak after 10 seconds or so. Let it sit for a few and tried again. Same thing.
Anyone? I could replace the coil, but can I get a Pamco with the built-in advance? Help me O Bee Won, you're my only hope!
 
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